December weather forecast
Lexington, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Lexington, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). In December, the nighttime temperature in Lexington, North Carolina, lowers to an average of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Lexington, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In Lexington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lexington are January through March, November and December. In Lexington, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lexington, there are 6.8 snowfall days, and 5.71" (145mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Lexington, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lexington in December?

In Lexington, 50.9°F (10.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.5°F (2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Lexington?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Lexington.

What is the average humidity in December in Lexington?

In Lexington, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Lexington in December?

In Lexington, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lexington in December?

In December, in Lexington, North Carolina, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lexington?

December has the shortest days of the year in Lexington, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lexington?

The average day length in December in Lexington is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lexington?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lexington, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lexington?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Lexington, North Carolina, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lexington?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Lexington?

In Lexington, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lexington, NC

Average temperature in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lexington, NC

Average pressure in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Lexington, NC

Average wind speed in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lexington, NC

Average humidity in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lexington, NC

Average rainfall in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lexington, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lexington, NC

Average snowfall in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lexington, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lexington, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lexington, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lexington, NC

Average UV index in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lexington, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Lexington, NC

Average visibility in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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